Disgraced former congressman George Santos has requested a delay in his sentencing on federal fraud charges in New York until the summer to pay off fines by producing more episodes of his podcast “Pants on Fire.” Prosecutors have dismissed his financial promises as speculative and criticized the program’s title, questioning his financial situation and arguing for the scheduled February 7 sentencing to proceed. Santos, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, faces a mandatory minimum two-year sentence and a maximum of 22 years in prison, with prosecutors cautioning against rewarding defendants who profit from criminal behavior by delaying sentencing.
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Eruption at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano sends lava shooting 1,000 feet in air
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting spectacularly, with lava fountains reaching 1,000 feet as part of "Episode 26" at Halemaʻumaʻu crater, according to the USGS. The eruption began on June 20, 2025, and is confined to the crater area, prompting a code orange volcano watch due to potential hazards including volcanic gas emissions and ground instability. Need More Context? 🔎
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